Mechanical engineering Offres d'emploi - Delta, BC

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Baggage Operations is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of passenger baggage, ensuring consistent service and a seamless travel experience.

Position overview

Reporting to the Manager, Baggage Operations, the Baggage Systems Technician – Mechanical is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and assessing the mechanical assets that support YVR’s baggage handling systems. In this critical role, you will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of baggage by keeping conveyors, motors, drives, and related equipment operating at peak performance, contributing to a seamless travel experience for millions of passengers each year.

Key responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and restore mechanical baggage handling equipment, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, and related systems, to minimize operational disruptions.
• Monitor the performance and condition of mechanical equipment, identify potential issues, and implement practical solutions to improve system reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support complex mechanical repairs and maintenance activities by coordinating with Operations, Controls, and other technical teams, while implementing temporary workarounds to maintain baggage flow during equipment outages.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical assets, recommend equipment repairs or replacements, and ensure all work is completed safely in accordance with lockout and safety procedures.

• Inspect and assess the condition of mechanical baggage system assets, document findings, and support maintenance and asset management strategies that maximize equipment reliability, performance, and lifespan.

Key qualifications include:

• Minimum two years’ experience in environments involving industrial mechanical and electromechanical equipment, supplemented by accreditation with a Red Seal Endorsement or a BC Trade Qualification as Millwright / Industrial Mechanic.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, schematics, and complex system layouts.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other maintenance and operational technologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong commitment to safety, with experience following safe work practices and lockout procedures in industrial environments
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License with the ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) and Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP).
  

Due to the operational demands of the role, the successful candidate must work onsite and adhere to a rotating shift schedule aligned with the 24/7 nature of airport operations.

Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. This helps us meet federal language obligations while ensuring a welcoming experience. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.

Salary Range : $80,817 to $105,629 per annum, based on a 40-hour work week. This is individually tailored to reflect your unique experience, qualifications and internal equity. At YVR, your work experience goes beyond the paycheck. We support your personal and professional development, well-being, and a thriving work culture with generous vacation days, extensive health benefits, retirement savings matching, wellness programs, community engagement, commuting support, and continuous learning opportunities. Learn more at https://careers.yvr.ca/benefits.

Who We Are

YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters.

At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive.

Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca.